Let’s be honest—therapy is great, but you can’t exactly carry your therapist around in your pocket (unless they’re really small, in which case, impressive!).

That’s where Empathy Notes comes in.

Born out of a habit of jotting down little nuggets of encouragement for clients, friends, and even strangers who just lookedlike they needed a win, Empathy Notes started as a way to remind people: Hey, you’re doing better than you think. Over time, it became something bigger—a way to build community through the simple act of kindness, connection, and, of course, the occasional sassy but supportive truth bomb.

Whether it’s a reminder to breathe, a nudge to set that boundary (yes, that one), or just a note saying, “You are, in fact, a badass,” these little messages are designed to meet people wherever they are in their journey. Because therapy isn’t just what happens in a session—it’s in the moments we feel seen, supported, and maybe even laugh a little along the way.

So go ahead—pass one along, keep one for yourself, or leave one somewhere for a stranger to find. A little empathy goes a long way.